Super One Foods
| Company type | Private |
|---|---|
| Industry | Grocery store |
| Founded | 1943 |
| Founder | Tony and Ida Miner |
| Headquarters | Duluth, Minnesota , United States |
Area served | Minnesota, Wisconsin, Michigan's Upper Peninsula |
| Products | Groceries, bakery goods, deli products, liquor |
| Owner | Miner's, Inc. |
| Website | www |
Super One Foods is a U.S.-based grocery store chain operating 32 outlets throughout Minnesota, Wisconsin, and Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. The company is privately owned by Miner's, Inc. Some locations trade under the U-Save Foods banner, while one store in Duluth is branded as Woodland Marketplace.
History
The origins of the company date back to 1943 when Tony and Ida Miner launched a tavern in Grand Rapids, Minnesota. Observing patrons leaving early to purchase groceries before nearby shops closed, Tony began offering essentials like bread and milk, marking their initial foray into grocery retail.
Their first dedicated grocery outlet, called Miner's Market, was established in Grand Rapids. By 1954, this store had expanded and was rebranded as Piggly Wiggly. The Miners opened a second location in Virginia, Minnesota in 1963, followed by a third in Duluth’s Woodland neighborhood two years later. This Duluth store later became the company’s headquarters due to its strategic location near a primary supplier.
In 1975, Tony and Ida stepped down from daily operations, passing leadership to their son Jim. Around this period, with the construction of a new warehouse in Duluth, the stores were renamed Super One. The first store to carry the Super One name was the Cloquet, Minnesota location in 1977. Since then, the chain has grown to encompass 32 stores.
After resolving delays linked to neighboring property ownership, Super One launched a large-format store on East Second Street in Superior, Wisconsin in 2014.
Locations
By 2022, Super One managed 32 grocery outlets along with 10 liquor stores. Their most recent addition was the former Angeli Foods site in Iron River, Michigan. Many stores include on-site bakeries and delis to improve product selection and customer service.
Charitable giving
Super One is committed to supporting community-focused initiatives centered on health, education, and overall well-being. A notable fundraising campaign for Solvay Hospice House in Duluth raised upwards of $30,000. The company also collaborates annually with a local hospital foundation through ornament sales to support charitable causes.